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"God asks that we never do good in one place to make ourselves look important in others but, rather, that we always regard Him directly, immediately, and without intermediary in all our actions and allow ourselves to be guided by His paternal hand."
- St. Vincent de Paul.
Dear De Marillac Academy Families, Students, and Friends,
September was filled with many good activities. Some highlights include the start of community partnerships for this year's program. We have Ms. Thida, our intern counselor, start counseling as well as a group of 8 tutors from USF's tutoring program, four other tutor volunteers at DMA, and our partnership with Build Group, who are working with 5th and 6th-grade students to create their project for this year's LEAP Sandcastle Classic. We also have partnerships with 826 Valencia, Alonzo King Lines, a French teacher from SHC, and more who come to work with DMA students.
I am excited about the upcoming activities happening in October. Girls volleyball is well underway. SHC volunteers will start this month, and the DMA Halloween Party will take place at the end of the month. This month and September also happen to be filled with surveys. Surveys such as Title I - Income Survey help bring funds DMA uses to provide counseling. Home Language Survey for new families helps find and support English Language needs. The upcoming climate, Springtide, and safety surveys will help give the leadership team feedback that guides our future steps.
October Lasallian/Vincentian theme is "Excellence." The school community will focus on the following ideas:
- Excellence through demonstrating integrity, compassion, and other SLEs
- Excellence through academics
- Excellence through effort and conduct
- Excellence through service to others
I look forward to October. Thank you for reading the newsletter. Live Jesus in Our Hearts, Forever!
Your Servant in Christ,
Jojo de Guzman
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October Calendar: Important Dates
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Please see important dates for the month of October listed below. Visit the Alma Calendar to view the school-year calendar.
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Thursday, 10/3
4th/5th Grade Field Trip to Mission Science
Friday 10/4
Blessing of the Animals - Choir Performance
Saturday, 10/5
Serve it Up - SHC Volleyball Clinic
8th Grade Volleyball Game vs Holy Name
7/8th Grade Volleyball Game vs Bayview
Monday, 10/7
Family Council Meeting
Tuesday, 10/8
DMA Finance Council Meeting
Saturday, 10/12
8th Grade Volleyball Game vs NDV
7/8th Grade Volleyball Game vs ISSF
Monday, 10/14
No School - Indigenous People Day
Wednesday, 10/16
Community Mass at St. Boniface - 2:00 pm
Thursday, 10/17
Family Meeting Option 1
Friday, 10/18
Glide - 6th Grade, Group 1
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Friday, 10/18
8th Grade Volleyball Game vs Fr. Sauer Academy
7/8th Grade Volleyball Game vs Good Shepherd School
Saturday, 10/19
5/6th Grade Volleyball Game vs OLPH
Sunday, 10/20
5/6th Grade Volleyball Game vs Donum Dei
Monday, 10/21
DMA Board Meeting
Wednesday, 10/23 - Friday, 10/25
SFNO Campus Life Gathering
Thursday, 10/24
Family Meeting Option 2
Friday, 10/25
Glide - 6th Grade, Group 2
Saturday, 10/26
5th/6th Grade LEAP Sandcastle Classic
5/6th Grade Volleyball Game vs FAIS
7/8th Grade Volleyball Game vs SAIC
Wednesday 10/30
Minimum Day - 12:30 pm dismissal
Thursday, 10/31
DMA Halloween Party
Friday, 11/1
All Saints Day Mass with SHC at St. Mary's Cathedral
Chanticleer Vocal Performance
8th Grade Volleyball Game vs Good Shepherd
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Title I - Family Income Survey
Thank you to the 35 families who have completed the Title I - Family Income Survey. DMA provides additional counseling and Professional Development through Title I Funds. Families are asked to complete the Family Income Survey as soon as possible. This survey is different from TADS. Reach out to DMA if you have questions about the survey.
Title III - Home Language Survey
New families are asked to complete a Home Language Survey. This survey allows students to be evaluated as needed for language support. Copies of the survey were sent via Thursday Folders, and extra copies are available in the SSC.
Springtide/Climate Survey
Families will receive an invitation to complete the annual Springtide Survey. This survey provides feedback to DMA and our Lasallian district, SFNO. Be on the lookout for the survey in mid-October.
October Community Mass
October Community Mass will be held on Wednesday, October 16. It will be held in St. Boniface Parish at 2:00 pm and led by 6th grade. All are welcome.
Blessing of the Animals
Families are invited to celebrate the Blessing of the Animals with St. Anthony's Foundation. Select choir members will perform at 11:00 am, followed by the blessing of the animals. Students are invited to bring a picture, an item belonging to their pet, or a stuffed toy to be blessed. Families may bring their pets to the blessing and bring them back home afterward. Pets may not stay at school.
This is a reminder that students are allowed to wear non-DMA outerwear to school and will be asked to remove it when they reach their classroom.
Halloween Costumes
DMA will host a school event for Halloween on October 31. Students may wear costumes for the day. See the policy regarding costumes below:
- Costumes may not depict gangs or horror characters, or be scary (no blood and guts).
- Masks are allowed but must be removed during class time. Masks must not restrict vision.
- Costumes may not demean/make fun of any race, religion, nationality, handicapped condition or gender.
- No weapons, even fake ones, are permitted.
- Shoes must be worn.
- Costumes must cover the same parts of the body as are usually covered by the school uniform.
- Face-painting and make-up are permitted but must be completely removed by the next school day.
- Temporary hair-coloring is permitted but must be completely removed by the next school day.
Families are welcome to come! More details will be sent out soon.
Students will continue their volunteering at Glide. 6th grade will volunteer during October.
Indigenous People Day - No School
DMA school and office will be closed on Monday, October. 14, in recognition of Indigenous People Day.
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Health & Community Resources
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St. Anthony's Medical Clinic: Your Neighbor in Health
Across The Street , At Your Service
St. Anthony’s Medical Clinic is a beacon of health and wellness for the Tenderloin community, located
conveniently across the street from the De Marillac Academy. Annually, we open our doors to nearly
2,500 individuals and families, offering over 9,000 visits for essential primary care to specialized services.
Our Mission: Care Without Boundaries
Patient-Centered Care: Focused on accessibility and dignity, we offer comprehensive primary and
specialty medical services tailored to meet your needs.
Language Inclusive: Our bilingual doctors ensure no language barrier stands between you and your
health. All our communications are available in multiple languages.
For Everyone: Whether you're uninsured, underinsured, or an undocumented family member, we’re
here for you. With the recent Medi-Cal expansion for adults ages 26 through 49, more community
members than ever can access full-scope Medi-Cal benefits. For more information, contact our Eligibility
& Enrollment Specialist at (415) 241-8320.
Exemplary Medical Services For All Ages
Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Podiatry, Ophthalmology, Nutrition: Specialized care that addresses your
unique health needs.
Comprehensive Support: From asthma and diabetes education to hypertension management and
psychiatric services, our team is equipped to offer personalized care.
Vaccinations & Testing: Stay protected with our immunization programs and accessible COVID-19 testing
and support services.
The Peaceful Parenting Hub
Why Choose Us?
Premier Staff: Our team comprises highly qualified professionals dedicated to treating each patient with
the utmost respect and dignity.
Convenient Location: Just a short walk from DeMarillac Academy, making it easier for you and your
family to access quality healthcare.
Stay Informed
Keep an eye on the De Marillac Academy monthly newsletters and Thursday Folders for updates and
more information about our services.
Get In Touch
Phone: Main - (415) 241-8320 | Nurse Line - (415) 535-2043
Visit Us: 150 Golden Gate Avenue, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94102
For more details or to schedule a tour, please call us. We’re here to help!
Community Safety
Safety is a top priority at De Marillac Academy. We implement various measures to ensure the well-being of our students while they are on campus. Additionally, we maintain ongoing collaborations with local organizations and city officials, including the Tenderloin Police Department, to enhance and ensure safety within our neighborhood. We will provide monthly updates to the community
Please see below for the monthly community safety updates.
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Class of 2030
- Admission inquiries for the 2025-26 school year are now open!
- If your or any family or friends are interested in admissions for the 2025-26 School year, please fill out the admissions inquiry form.
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Graduate Support Updates
During the month of October, 7th Grade Graduate Support Class will continue to work on their study skills, and personal reflection, and the 8th Grade Graduate Support Class will continue to work on their high school application essay questions. Graduate Support staff will continue to work with students and families during GSP Class, Community Time, after school, and family meetings. Families are encouraged to connect with the Graduate Support staff regularly for resources, questions or feedback.
High School Transition Reminders
1. Continue to Work on Your High School Applications:
Families, be sure you are working with your 8th grader on their high school applications. We will continue to work with them on their application questions during our class on Wednesdays, but they should also be working on it independently and/or coming to the Graduate Support Room after school to complete them.
Important dates
- Student Questions School 1 draft due Friday, Oct 4
- Student Questions School 2 draft due Friday, Oct 11
- All Student Questions Schools draft due Friday, Oct 18
- Parent Questions due Friday, Nov 1
- Completed Application Submitted to GSP before Friday, Nov 11
- Financial aid application TADS due Friday, December 13
2. Family High School Open House Visits for Catholic Schools:
This is an opportunity to take an in-depth look into student life and learn about your student journey at the high schools. Families should attend events for ALL schools they will be applying to.
- Saint Ignatius: Same day as your Student Visits from 9:30am - 11:30pm
- ICA Cristo Rey Academy Conchas y Cafecito at De Marillac: Tuesday, October 8 from 8:00 am – 8:30am
- Sacred Heart Cathedral DMA Community Visit: Monday, October 14th from 10:00am - 12:30pm
- Archbishop Riordan High School: Thursday, October 24th from 5-7:30pm
3. SFUSD and/or Charter Schools:
All students must complete the SFUSD and/or Charter high school enrollment applications starting in October. We will send reminders and helpful links to help you complete these applications.
4. Financial Aid Applications (TADS) Support:
We wanted to remind you that the TADS application will be available soon. The GSP staff are here to support you with the application process. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us to set up a meeting. We are committed to helping you make the process as smooth as possible.
Contact Information
For resources, questions or feedback on high school placement, please contact the Graduate Support Team using gsp@demarillac.org or
Ms. Jessica Leon, Transition Advisor
jessica_leon@demarillac.org
628.333.0193 (work cell)
Ms. Laura Ramirez, Family Partnership Coordinator
laura_ramirez@demarillac.org
Work: 415.552.5220 ext. 800
Cell: 415.236.2059 (text only)
Mr. Alberto Martinez, Director of Student, Graduate, and Family Services
alberto_martinez@demarillac.org
415.652.7773 (work cell)
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Fall Sports
Come cheer one or all of the DMA volleyball teams! Contact DMA for updated schedules and information for upcoming games.
Email: receptionist@demarillac.org
Phone: (415) 552-5220 ext. 102
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Student and Family Services
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Support Request
Welcome back DMA families and students! At DMA we are fortunate to have resources available to assist our students and families with support throughout transitions, support includes counseling, academic advising, financial support and referrals to outside resources. If there is ever a time you would like to request support please fill out our request form.
https://forms.gle/KBwnJZsTUYkD5zEZ7
For any additional resources please visit our De Marillac Academy school website!
Family Meetings
Family Meetings are designed for support families in their own growth and development. In years prior we have covered topics that address, child safety, mental health, child development and more. In collaboration with our Student, Family & Graduate Support Program, we want to continue to provide families with the space for them to grow in their own learning as the primary educators in their students lives.
Family meetings are mandatory for all grade levels, at least one member per household should be in attendance. If a family is unable to attend, it is the responsibility of the family to inform the Family Partnership Coordinator or SSC Coordinator 24 hours in advance. Failure to communicate accordantly will result in fees:
- 25.00 (First Meeting Missed)
- 50.00 (Second Meeting Missed)
- 75.00 (Third Meeting Missed)
- Continuous missed meetings may result in dismissal from DMA
For the month of October families have the option to attend either of the two scheduled dates.
Date: October 17th
Time: 4:30 pm
Date: October 24th
Time: 4:30 pm
You can also access all of our previous Family Meeting Presentations here under Family Meeting Resource Guide SY 2024-2025
DMA Family Council
To develop leadership for our parent community, De Marillac Academy has established a Family Council which meets monthly. This group size ranges from 8-12 families. In addition to attending the standard monthly meetings, they also advise our principal and director of student and family services during regular meetings. The Family Council acts as a voice for the larger family community and offers recommendations to the school administration.
Our second Family Council meeting will be on October 7th at 3:00 pm.
If you are interested in joining please contact Ms. Ramirez
Ms. Ramirez
Email: laura_ramirez@demarillac.org
Text: 628.220.5559
TADS Tuition Agreements
Tuition agreement payments have begun. Make sure your account or card information is correct and payments are being made from your account if you have automatic payments set up. It is important that your information and payments are made on time to avoid fees or charges.
If you are unable to make payments or experience any inconvenience. Please contact Ms. Ramírez
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